University of Southern California

Research Engineer II

University of Southern California$124K — $140K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in a relevant field.
  • 5-7 years of experience in technology research and development.
  • Proficiency in programming languages like Python, C++, and Golang.
  • Expertise in Linux and SDN programming.
  • Active U.S. citizenship with Top Secret clearance and SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

  • Implement technical solutions for innovative research challenges.
  • Collaborate with senior staff to refine research concepts into practical applications.
  • Drive the design and execution of technology research projects.
  • Divide project goals into actionable tasks for team members.
  • Independently develop components of comprehensive systems.
  • Research the feasibility of applying scientific principles to product development.
  • Contribute to documentation, scientific literature, and conferences.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continued education.
  • Involvement in cutting-edge research projects.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment at a prestigious university.
  • Access to state-of-the-art technology and resources.
  • Engagement with a diverse network of professionals in the field.
Full Job Description
Implements technical solutions to novel research problems. Collaborates with more senior research staff to transform research ideas into implemented solutions. Contributes to larger team efforts in implementing research prototypes. Contributes to documentation and publications as needed. Independently develops parts of a larger system. Proposes approaches to problems and methods for implementing solutions using state-of-the-art tools. Divides project-level goals into smaller tasks to be addressed by researchers. Initiates the design, development and implementation of technology research projects. Investigates the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions and products. Plans and executes applied research. Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories, and may contribute to scientific literature and conferences.

The annual base salary range for this position is $124,000 - $140,000. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Minimum Education: Master's degree

Addtional Education Requirements Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 5 years

Minimum Skills: Knowledge of one or more relevant programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, Goolang). Experience with Linux. Experience with Virtual LAN and/or Virtual Extensible LAN. Experience with Melanox Switches. Experience with SDN programming. Experience with Ansible, Bash and Nagios. Experience with Prometheus. Familiarity with and Simple Network Management Protocol. Experience with applicable IT protocols (e.g., Border Gateway Protocol, Secure Shell, Transport Layer Security). Experience with iptables and Network File System. Position requires U.S. citizen with active Top Secret (TS) clearance and SCI eligibility. Preferred Education: Master's degree

Preferred Experience: 7 years
Preferred Skills: Proven leadership ability. Experience in a university environment. Experience with artificial intelligence, very large-scale integration design, machine learning, deep learning (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, HuggingFace), and Dockerization.

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About University of Southern California

The University of Southern California (USC) is a private research university located in Los Angeles, California. It was founded in 1880 and is the oldest private research university in California. USC offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in a wide range of fields, including business, law, engineering, medicine, and the arts. The university is known for its strong athletic programs, particularly in football and basketball. USC has a diverse student body, with students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. The university has a total enrollment of approximately 47,000 students, including 28,000 undergraduate students.
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